Zscaler

Staff Information Security Engineer, Data Protection

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Security, Cloud Security, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 5+ years of experience in cloud security, network security, application security, or security operations, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or a related field. Expertise in cybersecurity technologies and best practices for SaaS and public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is required, as is the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with stakeholders across various teams and locations. US citizenship is also required for this role.

Responsibilities

The Staff Information Security Engineer, Data Protection will evaluate exception requests to technical security policies, develop and manage actionable security procedures, conduct security risk assessments for systems, applications, and processes, monitor systems and logs for suspicious activity, and respond to potential security incidents. They will also optimize DLP policies while collaborating with IT teams to improve asset security and ensure alignment with Zscaler integrations and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Data Protection
Cloud Security
Cybersecurity
Security Architecture
Data Loss Prevention
Security Cloud Platforms

Zscaler

Cloud-based cybersecurity and secure gateway services

About Zscaler

Zscaler provides cloud-based information security services, focusing on internet, web, and cloud security. Its platform functions as a secure gateway that inspects all internet traffic between users and applications, ensuring that threats are identified and stopped before they can access a client's network. This service is offered through a subscription model, allowing large enterprises and government organizations to select the level of security that meets their needs. Zscaler differentiates itself from competitors by offering a strong partner program that enhances market reach and provides partners with training and resources. The company's goal is to support secure digital transformation for its clients by delivering reliable security solutions.

Key Metrics

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2008Year Founded
$148.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans
Supportive parental & family leave
On-demand learning & development
Company-sponsored volunteering
Global tuition assistance program
Guilt-free paid time off

Risks

Emerging cybersecurity firms may erode Zscaler's market share.
Economic downturns could impact Zscaler's subscription-based revenue model.
The retirement of CFO Mr. Canessa may lead to financial instability.

Differentiation

Zscaler offers a 100% cloud-based security platform, eliminating on-premise hardware needs.
The company is a Gartner magic quadrant leader for secure web gateways.
Zscaler's platform inspects all internet traffic, ensuring threats are neutralized pre-network.

Upsides

Zscaler's FY/25 guidance was revised upward, indicating strong financial performance.
The partnership with Bharti Airtel enhances Zscaler's zero-trust architecture offerings.
Zscaler's hiring of government experts strengthens its position in the public sector.

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